Design thinking for social innovation
Learn about design thinking as a problem-solving tool for social Innovation and development.
Course Description
This course will introduce participants to design thinking as a problem-solving tool for social Innovation and development. It is a methodology that is deeply human centred and encourages creative thinking and innovation. It is a collaborative approach to solving some of the world’s most pressing problems.
Course Level: Beginner to intermediate
What you will learn
Design your social development programs based on the following principles:
- Working with multidisciplinary teams
- Divergent and convergent processes
- A human centered approach
- Creative thinking
- Co-design
- Prototyping
What the course will cover
Module 1: Discover: Opportunity identification process
Module 2: Define
Module 3: Develop
Module 4: Deliver
Why train with us
Our methods are interactive and you will learn by applying concepts to real life case studies. See more about our methodology here.
What you will receive: A certificate of attendance upon course completion, resources in the form of presentation and handouts, examples and access to our training community.
Course Options
Our methods are interactive and you will learn by applying concepts to real life case studies. See more about our methodology here.
What you will receive: A certificate of attendance upon course completion, a manual, and a list of useful resources.
If you want this course in-house, talk to us about your needs. Email training@southernhemisphere.co.za
Next public course
Where: Online – Zoom and the Google Classroom or In-Person
Dates: TBC
Time commitment: This course requires a two-day commitment. Participants will experience a hands-on approach to design led thinking and creative problem solving. To achieve the outcomes mentioned above, full participation is required.
Costs:
Participants from US, Canada, Europe; & all funders, consultants and private sector:
Participants from not-for-profit sector in Africa/Asia/Latin America:
Packages and promotions
- Sign up for 2 MEL courses and get 25% discount (excludes webinars and one day training courses)
- Sign up 3 or more people from the same organisation and get 10% discount
Email us for registration form and payment options.
Please contact Adéle at training@southernhemisphere.co.za for more information.
